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At Carbon Direct, we dedicate our scientific, software, and business expertise to empower organizations around the world to take climate action.

Our Mission

Enable organizations to reduce, remove, and utilize their emissions with carbon science

We are a purpose-driven carbon management firm dedicated to helping organizations around the world reach their climate goals. We make carbon science accessible and actionable with our end-to-end platform.

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Whether a scientist, developer, or carbon markets expert, we are united by our mission to take climate action now. We are experts in our fields and we act with confidence. Located across 4 countries and in states all across the U.S., we offer both remote-friendly work options and dynamic, in-person experiences with offices located in Seattle, WA, Oakland, CA, and NYC.

We recognize that teams with diverse backgrounds and different experiences are powerful. Bringing together a variety of perspectives only enhances how we can effectively address the climate crisis. Together, we are creating an environment where everyone is celebrated and anyone can succeed.

Overview

Carbon Direct is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hybrid Decarbonization Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting deep diligences and conducting scientific assessments of decarbonization technologies, strategies, and projects. You will play a critical role in ensuring the scientific rigor and integrity of our advisory services, working closely with clients to evaluate solutions that effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A significant part of this role involves translating deep expertise in Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS), biomass with carbon removal and storage (BiCRS), and biochar projects into recommendations for a range of clients.

Responsibilities

• Support comprehensive scientific evaluations of hybrid decarbonization technologies and strategies, including BECCS, BiCRS, and biochar.
• Perform in-depth technical and operational due diligence on decarbonization projects and initiatives to assess feasibility, risks, and potential impact.
• Conduct life cycle assessments (LCAs) to evaluate the environmental performance and carbon accounting of decarbonization projects, ensuring methodological rigor and alignment with industry standards.
• Apply expertise in sustainable biomass sourcing principles and supply chain considerations to evaluate feedstock viability and environmental integrity for relevant projects.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the latest advancements in climate science, technology, and policy relevant to decarbonization efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, economists, and policy experts, to integrate scientific insights into client recommendations and strategies.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and technical documents to communicate findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and developments in the field of decarbonization, participating in conferences, workshops, and professional networks to continuously enhance expertise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in conducting scientific research and assessments in the field of decarbonization, with a strong track record of published or disseminated work.
• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Climate Science, Engineering, or a related discipline (not required, but nice to have).
• Extensive knowledge of decarbonization technologies and strategies, including their technical, economic, and environmental aspects.
• Ability to effectively interface with external clients and internal stakeholders, providing excellent, responsive service
• Specific expertise in BECCS and biochar projects, including their development, implementation, and assessment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct rigorous technical and financial evaluations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for data analysis, modeling, and simulation.
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends, scientific advancements, and best practices in decarbonization.
• Experience in consulting or advisory roles, particularly in the climate or environmental sectors.
• Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Salary Range

$133,000-$163,000 a year

Benefits

• Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's
• 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement
• Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats
• Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend

Note: Please be aware that the benefits described apply to U.S.-based employees only. For our international employees, our benefits package varies by country and its statutory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carbon Direct is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We adhere rigorously to our equal employment opportunity policies in connection with all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.